Dog Handler Security Weekends

Company: Kopek Security and Facilities Ltd
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Location: Northampton
Job Description:

Job Duties

All handlers will be required to ensure the security of our client’s premises while adhering to site safety rules and regulations. Handlers will be required to be compliant to the British Standards, conduct random dog patrols of the site and any other specific duties to be advised in the assignment instructions.

Successful applicants will be expected to maintain high levels of proficiency along with their canine teammate through regular training and improvements. A high level of animal welfare and care will always be expected!

Hours of Work

The shift patterns are 07:00 – 19:00 Saturday and Sunday only.

Rates of Pay

£15.23/hr PAYE.

Benefits

  • Full welfare facilities
  • Free online training and toolbox talks
  • Welfare checks conducted by qualified instructors
  • Smartphone app (rota, book on/off, distress button, incident reporting etc)
  • Access to 24 hr control room

Handler Requirements

  • Exemplary work ethics, positive attitude and happy to work as part of a team
  • Genuine understanding of their canine partners needs/welfare
  • A valid frontline SIA badge
  • Minimum level 2 team certificate (NASDU, NTIPDU or BIPDT)
  • Continuation training (CT) records
  • A suitable dog of guarding breed
  • Compliant dog cages with escape hatches
  • Have the right to work in the UK and able to work 20 hours or more a week
  • Professional, presentable with excellent communication skills
  • Smart black uniform & boots with clean hi-vis/tactical vest

All applicants will be screened and vetted to BS 8517 and BS 7858.

Key Responsibilities

  • Complete tasks efficiently and to a high standard
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues and customers
  • Communicate effectively and adapt to new challenges

What We’re Looking For

  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • A positive attitude and willingness to learn

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Posted: June 1st, 2026